Notable: In 2014-15, won Martin Dwyer III Award as Yale’s rookie MVP; named Ivy League Rookie of the Year; won bronze medal with Team USA at 2016 world juniors; won gold at 2014 IIHF U-18 World Championship, scoroing GWG against Sweden in semis; played in 2013 All-American Prospects Game; … [Read more...]
NYHJ Skate Guide: Buying wise
First and foremost, Wayne Zwicker, owner of H.A. Zwicker skate shop in Bedford, Mass., is a businessman. But he also has an unbridled passion for hockey and, without exception, strives to help every hockey parent and player select the best ice skates for their success, whether it’s a higher- or … [Read more...]
NYHJ Skate Guide: Starter skates
At the bottom of every hockey player is a story. A skate story. Steven Santini’s tale begins when he was a young boy in Mahopac, N.Y., many years before he became an ace defenseman at Boston College, now with the New Jersey Devils. "I remember feeling very uncomfortable," Santini said about the … [Read more...]
Coach Scott Gomez is a sum of his hockey parts
Scott Gomez summarized the work description that comes with his new role as a New York Islanders assistant coach in one sentence. "I got one job," Gomez, 37, stated, "and that’s to make (head coach) Doug Weight and the Islanders as great as they can be." Gomez is in prime position to succeed, … [Read more...]
The ‘Super Buddies’ will be vying for an NHL shot
Michael McLeod and Nathan Bastian: Super Buddies. Both are New Jersey Devils’ 2016 National Hockey League draft selections — McLeod the 12th overall pick, Bastian the 41st. Both have been major contributors for the Ontario Hockey League’s Mississauga Steelheads — McLeod for the past three seasons, … [Read more...]
Mathew Barzal primed for a roster statement
The message from New York Islanders management to Mathew Barzal was simple. Recalled the 20-year-old center: "Dominate. Put up good numbers. Work on your game. Do not take any games lightly. Be a good defensive player; try not to get scored on, ever. Go lead your team. Go be a winner." So, he … [Read more...]
